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Travel advisory · IraqGovernments advise against all travel to Iraq.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice
Areas with warnings
  • Kirkuk province · avoid all travel · France, Italy, UK
  • Ninawa province · avoid all travel · Italy, UK
  • Sadr City · avoid all travel · France, UK
  • Salah al-Din province · avoid all travel · Spain, France, Italy, UK
  • Syrian border area · avoid all travel · France, Italy
  • Anbar outside Ramadi and Fallujah · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
  • Anbar province · avoid non-essential travel · Spain, Italy
  • Babil province · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
  • Basra province · avoid non-essential travel · France, Italy, UK
  • Dhi Qar province · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
  • Diyala province · avoid non-essential travel · Spain, Italy
  • Iranian border area · avoid non-essential travel · Spain, Italy
  • Karbala province · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
  • Kurdistan Region · avoid non-essential travel · Italy, New Zealand, UK
  • Maysan province · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
  • Muthanna province · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
  • Qadisiyah province · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
  • Wasit province · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK

Also named by one government: 20 km strip along the Iranian border (France), 5 km strip along the Iranian border (UK), 5 km strip along the Kuwaiti border (UK), 5 km strip along the Saudi Arabian border (UK), Anbar west of Ramadi (UK), Areas near armed groups in northern Iraq (US), Babil west of the Baghdad–Karbala axis (France), Bayaa (France), Chamchamal–Darbandikhan road (France), Diyala north of the Baghdad–Iran border line (France), Diyala province outside Baqubah city (UK), Dohuk mountains east of Zakho (France), Gara massif (France), Jordanian border area (Italy), Jurf al Salam (France), Jurf al-Sakr town (UK), Kurdish coordination line (Erbil governorate) (France), Metina massif (France), Muthanna desert along the Saudi border (France), Najaf desert along the Saudi border (France), Ninawa province outside Mosul and the Nineveh Plain (France), North of Dokan Lake (France), Qandil massif (France), Saudi Arabian border area (Italy), Za'faraniya (France), Amedi town centre (France), Baghdad city outside outer districts (France), Baghdad province outside Sadr City (UK), Baqubah city (UK), Disputed areas near Kirkuk city (Spain), Dohuk–Amedi road (France), Highway 2 between Baqubah and Erbil (UK), Highway 34 between Baghdad and Baqubah (UK), Mosul city (France), Najaf province (UK), Nasiriyah (Italy), Turkish border area (Spain), Zakho–Halabja zone (France)

GovernmentAdviceUpdatedRead the advice
United Kingdom (FCDO)No advice against the whole country (regional advisories)–Read the advice
United States (State Dept)Do not travel to Iraq for any reasonOct 23, 2026Read the advice
Canada (Global Affairs)Avoid all travel–Read the advice
Germany (Auswärtiges Amt)Reisewarnung: Vor Reisen nach Irak wird gewarnt (ganzes Land)Oct 29, 2026Read the advice
New Zealand (SafeTravel)Do not travel–Read the advice
France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs)No advice against the whole country (regional advisories)–Read the advice

Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.

Baghdad

Baghdad

Visit Iraq’s capital for Mesopotamian and Islamic history, museums, and daily life along the Tigris River.

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Baghdad is Iraq’s capital, on the Tigris River in the country’s central region. Founded in the 8th century as the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate, it is a place to explore Iraq’s past and present through museums, historic buildings, markets, and neighborhoods. The National Museum of Iraq holds antiquities from across the country. Al-Mutanabbi Street is known for its bookshops and literary life.

Baghdad suits travelers interested in history and urban culture who want to spend time in Iraq’s largest city. Its sights are spread across the city, so allow time to travel between neighborhoods and plan each day around the places you want to see. Autumn through spring is the more comfortable season for sightseeing. A few days gives you time to visit cultural sites and get a feel for the city. Allow more time if Baghdad is part of a wider trip through Iraq.

Baghdad in five

  1. Check your government’s Iraq travel adviceRead the latest security advice before booking and again before travelling. Conditions can change, and your government may advise against travel to parts of Iraq.
  2. Apply through Iraq’s eVisa portalEntry requirements depend on your passport. Check the Iraqi government’s eVisa portal and confirm the rules for your nationality before travelling.
  3. Carry Iraqi dinars for small paymentsThe currency is the Iraqi dinar (IQD). Keep cash for purchases where cards are not accepted.
  4. Arrange transport before you arriveDo not assume you can rely on public transport to reach your accommodation. Confirm a transfer with your host or hotel and check current local security advice.
  5. Use a local SIM or eSIM for mapsMobile data helps with navigation and contacting your host. Check whether your phone supports an eSIM and compare coverage before you travel.Phones and eSIM

Things to do in Baghdad

See all attractions in Baghdad
Abu Hanifa MosqueSight · BaghdadAbu Hanifa Mosque
National Museum of IraqMuseum · BaghdadIraqi National Museum
AlKhulafa MosqueSight · BaghdadKhulafa Mosque
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Need to know

Currency
Iraqi dinar (IQD)
Entry
Entry requirements depend on passport; check Iraq’s eVisa portal Read more
Emergency
Check local emergency numbers with your host before travel
Tipping
Not required; a small tip is appreciated for good service
Time
UTC+3, no daylight saving

Weather by month

    • Best
    • Good
    • Mixed
    • Poor
    1. JanuaryCool, wetter
    2. FebruaryCool, rainy
    3. MarchMild days
    4. AprilWarm, dry
    5. MayHotter days
    6. JuneSummer heat
    7. JulyExtreme heat
    8. AugustExtreme heat
    9. SeptemberHeat easing
    10. OctoberMild, dry
    11. NovemberCool, dry
    12. DecemberCool, wetter

    Right now in Baghdad

    Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

    Cloudy

    27

    Feels like
    25°
    Humidity
    36%
    Wind
    14 km/h
    Chance of rain
    8%

    Baghdad

    12:15 AM

    Tuesday, November 3

    GMT+3

    1. Today29°20°8%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 29°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 8%.
    2. Wed26°19°42%Wednesday: Thunderstorms. High 26°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 42%.
    3. Thu25°19°20%Thursday: Rain. High 25°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 20%.
    4. Fri20°18°71%Friday: Thunderstorms. High 20°, Low 18°. Chance of rain 71%.
    5. Sat23°18°52%Saturday: Rain. High 23°, Low 18°. Chance of rain 52%.
    6. Sun22°13°21%Sunday: Partly cloudy. High 22°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 21%.

    Updated 08:50 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

    Money

    Mid-market rate1 USD = 1,518 IQD

    IQD · Iraqi Dinar

    Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

    Before you go to Baghdad

    eSIM for IraqCompare mobile data optionsRead the guide
    Travel insuranceCheck cover before you goRead the guide
    Money for IraqCards, cash and trip budgetingRead the guide
    Where to stayPlan your base in BaghdadRead the guide

    Rules for Baghdad, checked

    • Check Iraq’s eVisa portal for the entry rules that apply to your passport before travelling.Source
    • Read current security advice for Iraq before travelling and follow local instructions while in the country.Source

    Plan around Baghdad

    Iraq travel guide

    Entry, money and practical planning for a trip to Iraq

    Read the guide    Visas and entry

    Check entry requirements for your passport

    Read the guide    Money and costs

    Plan cash, cards and your trip budget

    Read the guide    Where to stay

    Plan where to base yourself in Baghdad

    Read the guide    Getting around

    Plan transport for your trip

    Read the guide

    Baghdad FAQ

    Is Baghdad safe to visit?

    Security conditions can change. Read your government’s current Iraq travel advice before making plans and follow local guidance during your stay.

    Do I need a visa to visit Baghdad?

    Entry rules depend on your passport. Check Iraq’s eVisa portal and confirm whether you need a visa or other authorization before travelling.

    What currency is used in Baghdad?

    Baghdad uses the Iraqi dinar (IQD). Carry cash for purchases where cards are not accepted.

    What is the best time to visit Baghdad?

    October to April is the more comfortable period for visiting Baghdad. Summer brings intense heat, so plan outdoor sightseeing for cooler parts of the day.

    How do you get around Baghdad?

    Arrange transport with your accommodation or a trusted local contact, and check current security advice before travelling around the city.

    How many days do you need in Baghdad?

    The number of days depends on your itinerary and current security advice. Check which sites and areas are accessible before setting your schedule.

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